Church Records - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Becomming a Saint and St Mary the Virgin in Cheshunt

akings02 — 14 Nov 2008 10:12:33 GMT

I had no idea where to post this but, I found on the LDS website that the christenings/baptisms of my 4th g grandmother and her siblings all had the father as St Thomas Mackenzie. I didn't really think much of it when I couldn't find anything about him, and him and his wife seemed to have died before 1841 census as the children are living with an older sibling. But recently on the National Burial Index I found St thomas Mackenzie buried at St mary the virgin (anglican) Cheshunt Hertfordshire.
What I'm trying to figure out is why he was a Saint or if there may be some way of finding out more.
I believe he married Elizabeth Bassett Wale in Thaxted, Essex in 1809, by the burial details he was born 1788.
Does anyone have any ideas on where I should go from here to get more information on the type of life they had and why he was a saint. Is there a way to buy church records from these areas and dates?

Salem High Open House & Showcase

gailkucker — 5 Nov 2008 7:57:25 GMT

Salem High School Open House & Showcase will be held on Thursday, November

20th, from 6:30 to 8:00PM. Parents & Students of 8th Grade Students are

cordially invited to attend. We will conduct tours of the building. Displays on

Academics, Extra-curricular Activities, Athletics, and Guidance available. Please

Join us!

St Leonards Shoreditch Accessing Parish Records

Rivka_Yochana — 17 Sep 2006 3:03:36 GMT

I trying to locate where I can purchase a Data CD with Parish Records for St Leonards of Shoreditch. I have only found 2 Societies that have these records on hand in the UK but can find no source for these records in Australia.

I have many family members with affiliation to this parish and vast groups of potential family members spanning out accross my tree affiliated, this gives an even greater outlook on my ancestors lives. Paying a researcher is just not an option due to the fact that there are so many leads converging at this point plus the fact I want to be absolute in verifying the information for myself.

I have had a major run around through contact with the church, who told me to contact another.., who told me to contact another., who told me to contact ........... No one seems to be able to give me details of a place in Australia to access these records.

I have also seen on other boards other Australians TRYING to locate these records.

Help................ PLEASE

Looking for Records on Grandmother

cherokeemist111 — 28 Jul 2002 3:51:09 GMT

I AM SEARCHIN FOR SOME RECORDS ON MY DECEASED GRANDMOTHER.THEY SAY HER NAME WAS EMMIE CANNON. HER FATHER WAS MANASSEH CANNON AND HER MOTHERWAS BELIEVED TO BE LUCILLE RAY OR ADELINE RAY...I CANNOT SEEM TO FIND HER NAME ANYWHERE......

United Brethren Church

NoelC_M — 12 Sep 2003 7:58:05 GMT

Can anyone read the seal on this letter? Bad Sulze, Germany.

stonejay — 26 Aug 2004 10:59:06 GMT

I would like to figure out where this letter came from and get an original copy for my records. I believe it came from a church in Bad Sulze, Germany.

Looking for information re: Coley Springs Baptist Church, Warrenton, nc

laverne champion alston lewis — 4 Dec 2002 6:11:24 GMT

all of the elder members of my heritage are buried in the coley spring baptist church in warrenton, nc. champion, davis, hughes robinson, robertson, fogg,cheek email me at. Lmadue@aol.com. i am searching the family history tree and i have most of the love ones that are gone but would like to know where the others are if the records are still available or if some memories are still going strong like i know they are.

Need Records for Merhodist Episcopal Church in Latrobe PA

SisY — 3 Sep 2003 6:47:08 GMT

Can anyone tell me where i might find church records for the Methodist Episcopal Church, for the year 1912 in Latrobe, Westmoreland County, Pa., Pastor of that church was Rev. D. L. Johnson. The church may have been located somewhere near South Jefferson Street, in Latrobe. Please forward the information to my email address. Thank you in advance for your help.

Salem Zion Reformed Congregation, Pennsylvania (Philadelphia area?)

gmorris10183 — 20 Jul 2008 8:12:45 GMT

I have a Glenwood Cemetary (which was moved to Broomall, PA in 1926) record for a Fredericka Fahner, buried 9/1/1861. The owner of the plot is listed as the Salem Zion Reformed Congregation.

Does anyone know of this church. I have found several with similar names, but nothing really matches.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Denise
Upper Darby, PA

Vatican letter directs bishops to keep parish records from Mormons

Aloeper — 5 May 2008 2:33:20 GMT

I use microfilmed Catholic records all the time. What does this mean for research:

http://www.catholicnews.com/data/stories/cns/0802443.htm

Will this restrict access to the records that have already been microfilmed? Many of us non-Mormons use the FHL holdings, how this limit research? Who can we contact to inform the Vatican that microfilmed records are used by more people than just Mormon?

Closure of the Scottish Catholic Archives, Edinburgh

smithjohn192837 — 5 May 2008 9:56:38 GMT

Closure of the Scottish Catholic Archives, Edinburgh

Rather worrying news and coverage of this issue can be found at

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/7380046.stm

and

http://news.scotsman.com/edinburgh/Church39s-plans-to-resite...

Make your view known before it is too late.

Keep the collection together!

Closure of the Scottish Catholic Archives, Edinburgh

smithjohn192837 — 5 May 2008 9:50:32 GMT

REV WILLIAM MORRIS born 1863

conniejane1 — 25 Mar 2008 12:33:40 GMT

can anyone help me to find out when William morris born 1863 in shropshire england became the reverend William Morris and about his missionary work? thank you

Private baptism

emmasully — 6 Feb 2008 1:54:02 GMT

Hi had just found my grandads baptism record and it says private baptism at the side of the parish register.

Does this mean that they though he was likely to die? he was a twin so it could be that they were early or small. Or could it be if the mother was unwell - would they do it in church without the mother being there?

The Church of the New Jerusalem in Philadelphia, PA

Bobbi — 17 Jul 2005 3:37:01 GMT

I would like to know something about this church's history. Does anyone know what became of it? It's records?

Thanks,

Bobbi

Letters to the Church

plantsncn1 — 10 Nov 2007 6:38:55 GMT

Hello,

I have found an old news article that refers to a family member who was a congregationalist being removed from the church. The article then states after several years of dissenting he was given a "letter to the Baptist Church in Shoreham" I am not familiar with this procedure could someone with the knowledge please explain.

Regards,
Judy

History Mennonite Cemetery Ohio

lindaswaneysabin — 28 Jul 2002 4:35:39 GMT

Would like the histroy of Pleasant Grove Cementery on Hyde Rd. Miami Twp. Greene Co. Ohio. It has graves of Flatter and Downey Family plus several others of 1865-69 period. On the library record of this cemetery it says Mennonite. Does that mean only Mennonite were buried there? I have checked Mennonite activity in this area of Ohio and there was very little.

Looking for records of Zion Lutheran Church Northampton or Berks Co., PA

bbkingst — 9 Sep 2007 1:56:10 GMT

Searching for records of the family of Jacob and Elizabeth Shicks/Sheeks/Sheaks or various other spellings from about the 1780's until about 1812.
It is said they lived in the Northampton - Berks area of Pennsylvania, and were members at Zion Lutheran.
Known children I need to document are:
Michael, John, Jacob, Christopher, Nicholas and George. There also were girls, but they are unknown as of yet.
Any help at all finding birth or baptismal records of the children would be greatly appreciated by many.
Thanks for your time.
Love,
Barb

churches in Clayton county Iowa

LPutman2747 — 20 May 2007 3:56:00 GMT

Would like to know what churches were operating in Clayton county in 1840 to 1875 and how to contact them.Please and Thank you.

churches in Barry county Missouri

LPutman2747 — 20 May 2007 3:54:29 GMT

Would like to know what churches were operating in Barry county in 1850 to 1905 and how to contact them.Please and Thank you.

churches in McDonald county Missouri

LPutman2747 — 20 May 2007 3:52:58 GMT

Would like to know what churches where operating in McDonald county in 1860 to 1890 and how to contact them.Please and Thank you.

Zoar Church, Spencer County, Indiana

wolfpriestess — 19 May 2007 12:10:36 GMT

From "Historical Sketches of Circuits, Missions and Stations of Indiana Conference of the Evangelical Associatrion 1835-1922" Volume II. (Volume I contains sketches of pastors. Both are held at the Center for Evangelical United Brethren Heritage in Dayton, OH.

This history includes Salem in Rockport and Zoar, four miles N.W. The history of each dates back to 1844 (and is practically identical) when A. Nicolai and G.G. Platz began preaching here. They held a special meeting at Zoar, resulting in conversions, accessions, and the organization of a class. In 1846 J. Trometer also preached here occasionally. November 12-16, ’47, Nicolai held a meeting at Anth. Miller’s, which was one of great spiritual power. Ten souls were saved. Whole families were won for Christ and the church. The first church (log) at Zoar, “Busch Church” was built in 1850 on a lot on A. Miller's farm. Fr. Wiethaup, pastor. It was dedicated the same year likely by Geo. A. Blank, P.E. The second (frame) church was built in 1875 by N.F. Platz and dedicated this year, and for some reason rededicated Sept 18, 1880. In 1920 this church was struck by lightening and consumed, and the $1,500.00 insurance on it was applied to the improvement of the one in Rockport in 1923. These places belonged to Dubois, later called Huntingburg Circuit until 1868, except one year in 1861 when it was a mission. Membership in Zoar in 1854 was Melchoir Mayer (leader) and wife Mary; Henry Rohmig and wife; Regina Krueger (Maas) mother of Rev. C.P. Maas; Marg. Bachman and daughter Marg.; Joseph and Lena Fisher; Kath. Beik; George, Susan and Jacob Deschler; Anthon and Marg. Miller; John and Jacobin Blesch; Mother and Kath. Schumaker; Katharine, Henry, and Carl Maas; Magd. Blesch; Kath. And John Krueger; John and Sophia Fundie; Theresa Zimmerman; Fr. And Barbara Meyer; john Kebortz; Kath. Meyer; Adam Long. Membership in Rockport: Aug. Sunderman (leader); Henry and Marg. Niehaus; Chr. And Barbara Schumaker; Joseph and Christina Roth; John and Christina Rohming, and John and Christina Haas. In 1855 the church in town was built, being located in the N.W. corner of the town. Prior to this preaching was in in Schumaker’s home. In April, 1856, the first quarterly meeting was held in the church yet unfinished, but, said the pastor, “It was dedicated with new-born souls.” The outlook for a substantial German society here was then good. 1868 Rockport and vicinity were taken up as a mission. C.F. Matthias, pastor. In 1869 the Conference promised Rockport $300.00, for buying or building a parsonage, provided that it be counted to the mission as rent at the rate of $100.00 a year. For pastors see Volume I. In 1871-72 it was with Huntingburg. In 1873 it was a mission again. This year the new parsonage was buit here. In 1876 it became a part of the South Indiana Conference, Fr. Weithaup, pastor; -78, C. Stier; ’79 with Huntingburg; 080-82, alone, N.F. Platz; ’83, G.M. Hallwachs; ’84-85, J.M. Kronmiller; ’86, E. Bohlander. A new church was built in town more centrally located. ’87-88, J. Mundorf with Owensboro, Ky., added; ’89, Ger. Koch; ’90, to be supplied; ’91-92, J. Bruckert. After 1893 appointments were by the Indiana Conference. ’16, R. Wise, who resigned and the field by its own request was without a pastor; ’17-’19, Fr. Reutpoehler; ’20-21, under the supervision of Linnwood Society in Evansville, Indiana. 1922 without pastor; 1923, Carl Koertge. Church was remodeled.
Then old parsonage being unfit for residence it was sold in 1907, and in 1908 a new one was bought with adequate accommodations. From these two societies went forth four ministers: Mel. Mayer, 1855; Chs. Koch, 1873; W.H. Freshley, 1900; and C.P. Maas, 1902.

A following entry is entitled “Zion Church, Spencer Co., Ind.” and reads as follows:
This society was likely the same as the one called Mt. Senty or Grand View near the town of that name, where lived the Miller’s; Meuser’s; Ernst Hassel’s; Niehaus’; Koch’s; and Bachman’s. A church was built here and dedicated July 3, 1853. B. Uphaus, pastor. But it later disbanded, and merged with Zoar and Salem Classes.

Records of the first American Baptist church in Rhode Island 1639

Ileata Kenley — 2 Oct 2001 6:27:20 GMT

Would like some info on the 36 exiled Englishmen that made up the congregation of The Baptist church of Providence R.I. 1638/39 Thanks

Archdiocese of Newark, New Jersey

JoMac53 — 9 Mar 2007 12:39:29 GMT

The Archdiocese of Newark, New Jersey, has a helpful page for locating records.

They list all the parishes and where the records are for closed and merged parishes. They list the churches by founding dates and tell what the main ethnicity of the parish was (Irish, German, Italian, etc) where applicable.

There's a contact listed for the archives for help, too, if you don't know the parish or need some other help.

http://www.rcan.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=feature.display&...

General question about church records

JoMac53 — 23 Nov 2006 4:05:47 GMT

I was just wondering if there are rules about who can obtain what records from Catholic churches. Do you have to be a relative, are there time limits, is it up to each church, things like that. Any advice before I delve into this area of researching my ancestors?

Thanks.
Jo

Father Peter Gerald Rivers-- Wisconsin !913-1956 Catholic priest

William Sewell — 1 Nov 2002 7:36:22 GMT

Looking for Father Rivers. Born in Holland in 1889 and came to the U.S. in 1909. He had parishes in Merrill, Fifield, Catawba, Glenwood City, Eagle River, Shell Lake, Spooner, Minocqua, and Sayner, all in Wisconsin. All these towns were in the Superior Diocese. Looking for information and pictures. He had to have married and buried many people. Someone must have the information I need. Can you please help? Thank you William

St James Church Salem MA 1970's

BarbaraBN — 24 May 2006 1:50:07 GMT

Can someone help me with the names of the priests/Pastor that were at St James Church in Salem Ma(Federal St)
1939, and then mid -late 1950's and again mid-late 1970-especilly 1976.
I would appreciate any help. My parents were married there in April 1939, my cousin in the late 1950's, and mother was buried from there in Sept 1976. This had been my mothers parish as she and her 5 siblings and parents lived in Salem Ma.
Both parents are now deceased so can't ask them.
Thank you for any help.
Barbara

Early Church Records-Starks, Somerset, ME

EUHS52 — 25 Mar 2006 4:32:18 GMT

Looking for a christening that would have taken place in Starks, Somerset, ME btn. 1846 and 1850.
Charlotte White born 27 Nov 1831 Belgrade, Kennebec, ME. Moved to Starks during the above time period. Have no idea what Faith she belonged to, just have word of mouth about the christening taking place in Starks.

Westchester Co, NY church records

hiberia — 15 Mar 2006 4:49:50 GMT

RECORDS OF SOUTH SALEM CHURCH OF WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NEW YORK
Dates: 1752 - 1823
Records of South Salem Church of Westchester Co., NY - 1752 - 1823 have been made possible by the transcribing efforts of Betty Matteson Rhodes, as taken from the files of the South Salem Church archives. This lovely little Church is still in existence and is located in Westchester County, New York.
Please note that many of the surnames are misspelled by today's standards and for the most part these errors were left exactly as found. There were 61 pages from which the old records were transcribed, and date from 1752 to 1823, and are separated by headings of: MEMBERS, MARRIAGES, BAPTISMS, DEATHS. This is a free database with a search engine.
To access these records go to: http://the-red-thread.net/south-salem-church.html
Also try searching for several variations of your surname

Church Documentary

Pink Sneakers Productions — 28 Feb 2006 5:25:36 GMT

We are currently in development of a documentary show with an upscale cable network based on the church community. This show will follow many aspects of of the church community, from the people to the relationships, and the glue that binds it together. We are looking for a dynamic church, and within that community, we will focus on the involvement of around 8 to 10 individuals who contribute in their own unique way. From the Pastors, to church staff, to the single and the married couples we want to show how the community within the church works and how it affects people’s lives..

If your church is selected, production would begin in late summer or fall of 2006. The show would be shot in a documentary style with a small, low-profile, non-intrusive crew of 3 to 4 people, who would work completely in the background of all activity.

Pink Sneakers Productions has a unique ability to create programming that moves people, changes people’s lives, and makes them think. Pink Sneakers is known for producing high-quality, creative shows that deliver top ratings for various networks including VH1, MTV, and ABC. We are best known for our contributions to the “True Life” documentary series and are currently filming the second season of “Hogan Knows Best;” the highest rated show in VH1 history.

Thank you for your consideration. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact me at (407) 224-5147 or via email at cpla@pinksneakers.net

Thanks again,

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Development Assistant
Pink Sneakers Productions

NEW HOPE PB CHURCH RECORDS

suzyq1484 — 20 Jan 2006 4:47:22 GMT

Hi, I have been researching the Edwards family of Logan Co., Ohio. James R. Edwards was elder in New Hope PB church of DeGraff, Logan, Ohio in the 1915-1938 ear. His granddaugher Bessie was clerk. Would love to hear from anyone who might know what happened to those records after church closed. They then attended a PB church somewhere close to Dayton, Ohio. Any answers out there? Will be glad to trade info on Edwards family if I can.

query

gerryjohnsonv — 10 May 2006 9:26:12 GMT

looking for any infor.or records on ethel brooks smith who was buried at old yellow hill or yellow creek.not sure of the name.she died in1975.i would like to put a rock on her grave.she lived on nutwood road in mboro ky..also need any infor. on a matt johnson who worked in the mines in and around mboro ky.his dad name was kit andwife name was bonnie thomas johnson.i am a daughter .thanks

Baltimore City Churches

lisalockett21 — 31 Dec 2005 8:15:06 GMT

Are St. Paul's Fifth German Reformed Church and St. Paul's German Reformed Church the same church?

Are they still in existance? If so, where are they located? Where can I find the records for this/these churches?

Looking for information on Reding and Zulauf families.

What churches in Iowa 1800-1850

GracePetron51 — 22 Mar 2006 12:44:50 GMT

I am looking for a marriage in an unknown county in IA; what denominations were active in IA for the period from 1800 to 1850? I have ten pages of church archive addresses hope to cut it down a little! Benjamin Carpenter married Lucinda Steele; have son born NE Sep 20, 1861; his wife said on his death certificate that his parents were both born in IA. Thanks, Grace in Alaska

Finding certain Catholic records in Guatemala.

James Andersonc — 18 Dec 2005 1:25:30 GMT

I am doing some work for someone who is searching for
ancestors in a town in Guatemala. Cunen, in El Quiche
department (like a province or state). The ancestors
were all Catholic, but the records were burned in 1972
or just before. There was a huge civil war in the
area that raged off and on for three decades, and the
burning may have been related to that.

The question is then, does anyone know if the
Catholics replicated the parish records and moved them
off elsewhere, so that would mean that if they did,
they would be elsewhere.

That other place could be one of three. Solola (old
diocese center), Santa Cruz del Quiche (current
diocese center), or Quetzaltenango (Archdiocese
center--Los Altos). Could copies have gone to other
repositories run for preserving Catholic parish
records prior to the parish fire?

Take a shot at it, if there is any information that
could lead us to the records, let me know. As far as
the people I am working with know, they believe the
records are lost.

Where are Bible Christian records for Northumberland, Ontaria, Canada

TATWHARTON — 27 Oct 2006 3:18:25 GMT

Can someone suggest where I might find the BIble Christian Church records for Northumberland, Ontario, Canada - in particular the church at Precious Corners near Cobourg? I am most interested in their records from the church's founding up to 1900.. Thank you.

Transcribing Roman Catholic latin marriages - question

scgen123 — 22 Oct 2005 11:04:13 GMT

I am transcribing some marriage records from the mid 1800s and have found some notes written on the sides of some records. It looks like it may be the Latin form of saying this is the third or fourth marriage for someone. It occurred once every two pages or so, randomly. The handwriting goes something like this:

3sc 4oTo oT 4To cac

Jan 3tio ot 3tio can jt indobius

3an 3tio et 4o\6

The first letter in each case is very curly cue - I don't think it is the number 3 or the letter J, but I don't recognize it.

In addition, I found this notation next to one bride's name:
--Panpuss
Multier Muldum Mrs. Quinn

Does this look familiar to anyone?

Thank you,
Susan

stoughton mass immac.concep.church lookup

donpress50 — 1 Sep 2005 10:04:40 GMT

church @122 canton st and connected with Holy Sepulchre church 781-3442073.
Would appreciate if someone could contact them and find if Mrs ester (silverstein)gardner ex wife of ed j gardner (DOD 3/24/60) is also buried there with him. or a diff.lot there.
Her dau thanks you for any assistance you can give.

1874 First Communion

chimborazo — 27 Aug 2005 9:48:40 GMT

Does anyone know how old a child would be to make a First Communion in the RC Church circa 1874 in the US? Would a girl have worn a veil in this time period? I'm trying to decide if a photo I have is a Communion photo. The girl looks to be 8 or 9 and is not wearing a veil.

church records

a siewert — 25 Jul 2005 10:17:16 GMT

How do you go about obtaining church records. I have been told when I inquire about them that churches don't release those records due to privacy issues.

illegitimate vs natural

Carolyn — 13 Jul 2005 7:07:50 GMT

In some German church records from the early 1800's, in the birth records, I come across the childs name, illegitamate, legitamate, or natural. Legit lists both parents but illegit and natural list only the mother. What is the difference between illegit and natural? Thanks

First Reformed Church of Newtown & Van Alst Av. Methodist Episcopal Church (Queens, NY)

Bobbi — 17 Jul 2005 3:42:38 GMT

I got all excited when I found the names of these churches in a letter. Neither one seems to be around anymore.

Can anyone give me their histories? When did they close? Where would I find the archives holding their records?

Thanks,

Bobbi

Why did people get married on Christmas Day or Boxing Day in 1800s? (UK)

Katc78 — 11 Mar 2005 6:54:43 GMT

I've noticed a number of my ancestors were married on either Christmas Day or Boxing Day in London in the 1800s. Does anyone know why this would be done - ie. did you get a discount on your license if you got married at Christmas or something?! Sounds funny, I know, but I'm sure there's some significance to it.

Thanks

Kat

Church records Chicago

PatHouse99 — 27 Nov 2005 5:54:49 GMT

Does anyone know what Russian Orthodox church in Chicago would have records (baptismal & marriage) from 1910-1918?

Wayne Co. Ky Church Records

suedunagan1 — 26 Jun 2005 9:22:46 GMT

I am looking for any Church Records from Wayne Co. KY involving the following surnames;
DUNAGAN, FLYNN, LOVEALL, MUNSEY, FOX

Lutheran Church Records Cleveland Ohio

David Cox — 27 May 2005 2:33:38 GMT

Does anyone know of the location of church records of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church which was located first on Bessemer St. and later on Cable Ave in Cleveland Ohio?
The church was demolished in 1986.
Any help is greatly appreciated.

England family

happyrach123 — 14 May 2005 10:59:30 GMT

Help needed. I have been serching my family tree and am looking to find information on the England family.
I know that March 1830 John was born son of Richard England and Susanna Tyler (Penalt) and i am looking for Susanna England father Richard England born approx 1833 (the censuses later say she was born in Bristol). The family were Catholic

Do You Recognize This Church?

TAMatuszyk — 29 Apr 2005 12:02:10 GMT

Please see the attached picture. It is where my parents were married in 1955. I know that it is in the "Town of Colonie" (which I know doesn't help all that much since Colonie is so big) and the Priest was Father John King. Thanks very much for looking.

Do You Know of Any Records On Rev. George W. Pearson 1870-1903

Tracee McCoy — 29 Apr 2005 7:29:15 GMT

My Great Great Grandfather Rev. George W. Pearson was known to frequent Southern Black Churches ( denominations unknown to me ) I was told He preached between Georgia, Alabama, and possibly one of the Carolina's. If someone could just lead me in the right direction, it would be greatly and humbly appreciated. His wife and children lived in Upson County, Georgia (Thomaston).

Herb and Virginia Collins (Viers)

Kandi — 20 Apr 2005 4:38:14 GMT

My parents were married August 5th 1962 at the little Brown Church in Nashua, IA...the late Ray Charles performed a song at their wedding as a last minute gift to them as he was there that day for some other reason. The only picture my parents have of their wedding day was taken and later mailed by a complete stranger he signed the back W C Robe from Belle Plaine, Ia. Does anyone have any info on this particular day or a way I can find out??? The current pastor has no account of this. My parents are Herb and Virginia Collins (Viers) of Swan , Iowa

Kentucky Baptist Church Records

shellispuglove — 14 Apr 2005 8:01:46 GMT

Can someone please explain to me how to obtain church records (probably more than 15 years old) from a baptist church and also, what type of information can be obtained from these records. Is there a cost?

Thank you,
Shelli

Central United Methodist Church

TootieLoo — 28 Feb 2005 4:12:20 GMT

My Great GrandParents attended this Church my GGrandDad's name is Henry A. Davis he was b:2-23-1876 d: 3-4-1947 at the age of 71 yrs ..My GGrandMother's name is Mary Ellen Reynolds she was b:9-16-1882 d:3-31-1984 at the age of 102 yrs They are both layed to rest in Columbia Gardens Cementry in Arlington, Va. There's also a picture of my GGrandDad in the church he's in a uniform. My GrandMother was very much involved .. she took alot of trips w/ the senior Ladies in the church. Im hoping that someone would maybe remember her, Or have known her & my GGrandDad & could help me out with my quest.. If anyone knows how I can obtain information from this church I would love to get a copy of the picture there & anything else that has to do with them. It would be a Blessing to my Family.So thanks for taking the time to read my Posted message...
Sincerly,
Tee Tee

Brethren and United Brethren Church Records????

sharistewart — 17 Jan 2005 4:20:17 GMT

I was wondering if you have found any way to access the records of the United Brethren Church Records online? I have been trying to find these records for a very long time. My husband's great grandfather was a United Brethren Pastor and teacher at Philomath College in Oregon. His name was William Stewart and died on 25 Mar 1928 in Gold Beach, Oregon, buried Old Pioneer Cemetery in Gold Beach, Oregon. We have been to Philomath College but they don't have any records left there. They told us at Philomath that the United Methodist had the records but when contacted they said no. Have you had any luck finding them?
Shari Stewart

German Reform Church in Washington County, MD

MBofPA57 — 6 Oct 2004 2:30:09 GMT

To whomever might read this:
I am searching for a German Reformed Church that performed a marriage on 21 Dec. 1805 in Washington Co., MD the minister was Rahauser and the grooms name was:
John Conley and the brides name was:
Elizabeth Smith

thanks

Melinda

meaning of abbreviation in a Families register for Episcopal Church

Elaine Shuman — 27 Nov 2004 4:09:19 GMT

The register has the following columns:
Date, Names, Age, B.C.C. and Residence, &c.

The entries in the B.C.C. column have an uppercase "B" or a lowercase "b."

I am assuming the B stands for baptism, but I don't know the significance of lower case versus upper case.

Also, don't know what the C.C. means in "B.C.C."

Other entries are
B.C.
b.c.C
B.c.C.

These are from the records of the Christ Church in Cambridge, MA.

Anyone know?

thanks
Elaine

Where to find Christening Records

BigSis222 — 8 Feb 2003 10:33:40 GMT

This is a longshot, but here goes:

My fiancé and I are required to present our baptism certificates to our church in order for us to marry. We're having trouble finding his. He remembers being baptized at around the age of 10 at a Methodist Church in Colorado (either in Blanca or somewhere nearby) by his uncle, a Christian minister (who has since passed away). However, the church no longer exists, and we don't know where their records were sent, or what church they might have merged with since their closing.

Where should we start? Is there a number to call to get this kind of information, and eventually a copy of the record?

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Catholic Reforn Schools 1914 era

Chuck Carr — 15 Feb 2005 3:30:01 GMT

Seeking the names of reform( discipline problem children) schools operated by the Catholic Church in 1913/14/15.

My father was sent a Catholic Reforn school at the age of 14 but ran away a short time later with another boy. I think he came from New York City ( Hells Kitchen?).

I'm hoping this information will help me trace his family. HIs mother's name was Winifried and father William Carr.

My Baptism in Brooklyn, NY

zizban — 17 Feb 2005 5:32:05 GMT

I am looking for my Baptismal Record, in the Diocese of Brooklyn and Queen. I was baptized sometime from 1969-1971 (probably 1970). If anyone would like to do some foot work for me, let me know. I'll cover all expenses you incur.

ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH RECORDS, SC

MildredBradyVenitucci — 27 Oct 2004 4:09:28 GMT

I have always been of the belief that the Roman Catholic Church kept meticulous records of baptismals, communions, marriages, and funerals.

I have been posting queries for several years trying to find out how to access these church records for Newberry District, Maybinton, South Carolina.

If anyone has any clues, please respond to my message. I will be very grateful.

Mildred Venitucci

Specifically, Caroline O'Neal, m. Thomas Slattery. Three daughters baptized, Julie (m. Sam Murtishaw of Newberry Dist.), Frances E. (m. John Wesley Bridges in AR), and Sarah K. (m. Joseph Kelley in Union Dist., SC).

Catholic churches in 1850 Albany

Wayne Hancock — 18 Apr 2005 3:43:37 GMT

Where would an Irish family living in the 6th ward of Albany go to church in 1850 or earlier?

Re: Will do look-ups for St Mary's Cemetery

Linda Owens Baker — 31 Jan 2005 4:21:47 GMT

I have a book on St. Mary's Cemetery, Portland's Pioneer Catholic Cemetery. I'll be happy to do look-ups for this cemetary.
Linda Owens Baker

Reformed Churches

DBurton119 — 20 May 2004 12:07:45 GMT

Hi,

Can anyone straighten out the Reformed Chruches in the
Albany, esp. Bethlehem area?
I see references to First RC, Jerusalem RC, Second RC, etc.

I am interested in the time period 1800 - 1850. Thanks

Knox County, Ohio Baptist church

HHRoszko — 25 Oct 2004 5:11:31 GMT

I am trying to find church records in Knox County Ohio. On some civil marriages it mentions a baptist minsiter. If I know the name of the minister, can I find the church he was with in the 1800's?

DUTCH R. C. of HELDERBERG JERUSALEM

ocean09 — 9 Jul 2005 5:48:10 GMT

Can someone please tell me if the DUTCH R. C. of HELDERBERG JERUSALEM, New Salem, NY is still there? Does someone have access to the church records to lookup the marriage of Katherine FRIGHTENDALL to Lewis WINANS on December 8, 1796. Looking to see if it gives the names of her parents and any other information.
Also, what county is New Salem in?
Thank you

O.P.G. , M.G. , A.J. & E.C.C. ?????

Greg — 14 Nov 2004 1:13:26 GMT

I have found these abbreviations after the names of the people that preformed marriages to members of my family in the early 1800's.
Does anyone know what they stand for?
I am guessing that the M.G. is ' Minister of the Gospel' and that the A. J. is some kind of Judge?
Any answers would help me sleep better at night. Thanks.

Marriage 1870 - 1880 of Elisabeth WREN

AnnEllen_B — 7 Dec 2004 9:05:16 GMT

When out at the Family History Library in Salt Lake City, I tried to check this film for the marriage of an Elisabeth WREN/ WRINN or WRENN. We do not have the name of the man she married (possibly Stewart or Fitzgerald but not sure). The film (1301982, Item 3, marriage returns 1870-1874) had only Part I of the Saskatchewan Land Deeds and did NOT have the advertised Part 2 or Part 3 on it. They are taking steps to have that film corrected since there was an obvious copying error when the film was created.

Elisabeth WREN was born 1852 so we feel these are the approximate years of
her marriage, most probably at St. Joseph's in Albany, NY.

Do you either have access to any marriage records from that time period for the St. Joseph Church or can you recommend any other sources.

I know this is not your job but this is our Brick Wall. Whatever you can
suggest would be appreciated.

AnnEllen Barr ellen@barrfinancial.com

Hudson Ave Methodist Church-Hawkins

sales923 — 31 Aug 2004 7:29:55 GMT

I am trying to locate Hudson Avenue Methodist Church in Albany looking for marriage and death (Feb 14, 1878) information on William W. Hawkins but I am not able to locate the church in the white pages or on an internet search.
Does anyone know whether the church is still there -or- if it moved, where is it now, and what is its current name?
Any help is appreciated.
Loretta

Marriage Records. MacKinder Joseph Bingley.

John — 4 Dec 2002 7:20:51 GMT

Trying to locate any marriage records for Joseph Bingley MacKinder.
1800-1900. England,Canada or United States.
Any information no matter how small appreciated.

twylight2000@canada.com

The Brethren Evangelist Newspaper, 1890-1896

CalSale3180 — 25 Sep 2004 11:19:06 GMT

Looking for copies of the Brethren Evangelist Newspaper for the years 1890-1896. It was published during that time in Waterloo, Iowa. Later it was published in Ashland, Ohio. The owner/editor was Henry R Holsinger.

Jesuits

jhalesanders — 19 Aug 2004 11:15:06 GMT

Can anyone inform me as to where I can find records of Jesuits in England in the 1700's. I am particularly interested in the Worcester City area

Finleyville, PA - What Church?

Lynn — 2 Jun 2002 3:47:45 GMT

Looking for church records for the family(ies) of McNaughton, Emma Mary and McDonough, William J. marriage on November 27, 1913 in Finleyville, PA performed by Thomas J. Kirner. The marriage certificate does not give the name or address of the church. Any help appreciated.

Rev Henry B Goodwin, Elder North Carolina Christian Conference

@@RedHd4Str8@aol.com — 26 Jun 2006 9:32:36 GMT

I am trying to locate any info about the Rev Henry B Goodwin listed in this article. any info in contacting the North Carolina Christian conference , a Bethel Church or the Pleasent Grove church most appreciated. My g g g grandfahter is Rev. Henry B Goodwin and this may be him. I am trying to locate his parents. Thanks mary

P. J. Kernodle
Lives of Christian Ministers (1909)
REV. HENRY GOODWIN.

REV. HENRY GOODWIN was a member of the North Carolina Christian Conference. A letter from Pleasant Grove church recommending him for ordination was presented to the Conference at Bethel church, in Chatham county, in 1840, and the Conference in compliance with said letter ordained him to the work of the gospel ministry. He was duly enrolled among the Elders of this Conference.

Descendants of Henry B Goodwin

1 Henry B Goodwin 1805 - b: Bet. 1805 - 1818 in Virginia
.. +Jane Billups 1805 - b: Bet. 1805 - 1818 in Virginia
......... 2 Francis Ann Goodwin 1836 - 1900 b: August 28, 1836 in Louisa, Lawrence , Kentucky d: August 14, 1900 in Allen , Kansas
............. +Henry James Williams 1826 - 1875 b: Bet. 1826 - 1828 in Lincoln, England d: 1875 in Lawrence County, Ky
......... 2 Charles A. Goodwin 1838 - b: February 1838 in Kentucky
............. +Elizabeth Jane Vermillion 1839 - 1902 b: November 1839 in Lawrence county, Kentucky d: May 21, 1902 in Topeka, Shawnee, Kansas
......... 2 Harrison Goodwin 1844 - b: Abt. 1844

Rev. George Bender

sandra — 10 Mar 2004 2:54:06 GMT

I am looking for information on the Rev. George Lawrence Bender, born May 21, 1855 in Benton Ohio, Died October 7 1938 in Seattle, Wa. He was pastor of the United Brethren Church in Marion Ohio around 1914. In 1916 he and family moved to Seattle and he became pastor there.

Methodist Church Queens County New Brunswick Canada

PatriciaAnderson43 — 23 Jul 2008 4:16:30 GMT

Seeking information on Samuel John Austin Sr. who acidentally drowned in July 1824 at Grand Point, Queens Co., NB.
I believe he was connected with the Methodist Church and hope to attain information to confirm birth, marriage, and death records for him and his family.
His first wife - Elizabeth ? b. USA d. NB
their child - Mary Austin b. abt 1786 NB d. Boston Suffolk Co USA 1856 married ?

His second wife - Eva Gabel b. abt 1765 d. Sept 7, 1854
m. November 23, 1788 in Gagetown NB
d/o David Gabel, Sr and Catherine Rhinehart.

Their Children:
Samuel John Austin, Jr
David Hurley Austin
Sarah Eve Austin
Elizabeth Austin
Catherine Austin
Nathaniel James Priest Austin
Justus Earl Austin
John Edward Austin
Phoebe Anne Austin
Margaret Eve Austin
Charlotte Amelia Austin

I found a family tree on ancestry.com regarding this family but wish to confirm information especially on Samuel John Austin, Sr so that I may find his lineage. I've been told he may be connected to John Austin of Connecticutt and I hope a death or marriage record may help verify.
Patty (Atkinson) Anderson
New Brunswick, Canada

Baptism?

bjmiddleton — 16 Jul 2005 12:22:02 GMT

Not sure if "baptism" is the correct term in the Catholic faith, or if I'm even close to posting this on the correct board, but I've got a question.

My great-grandfather was born in Poland in 1878, but was not baptized until 1886. Is this a common practice? Common in Poland, perhaps? I thought that normally people were baptized when they're babies, so I've tried to think of reasons why his parents would've waited until he was 8.

Thanks for any replies.

Sunny Hills Presbyterian Church Orphanage, San Anselmo, California

ABHunt — 16 May 2004 5:06:48 GMT

Sunny Hills Presbyterian Church Orphanage, San Anselmo, California

My dad friend father passed away recently. I found his father in 1930 Census of Sunny Hills. He was born 1918 here in California. I was wondering if there was a list of children that pass through here? Also if I told the person they could have record looked at to find out who their father parent was?

Clifford Gregor b 1918 d abt 2001

Thanks

William "Billy" Tyree

Richard Gooch — 31 Jul 2003 1:23:11 GMT

I am looking for information for William "Billy" Tyree, an ordained minister listed in the 1935 listing of ministers in the Old Regular Baptist Church. He is believed to have been born 12-27-1880 and d 11-14-1962. He was a resident of Letcher County, Kentucky, and is believed to be buried in Letcher County. William Tyree had a son named Charlie Tyree. Any help will be gladly accepted. rgooch@kc.rr.com Richard Gooch

Buffalo Presbyterian Ch, Hopewell, PA

aspen89 — 25 Jan 2005 9:49:13 GMT

Does anyone know if records exist for this church? It is in Washington or Westmoreland county.
I am looking for a marriage between 1785-1788. Thank you!

Philadelphia church at 6th and Dauphin

JRivel — 21 Mar 2004 9:01:19 GMT

Searching leads to finding name and denomination of a church at 6th and Dauphin in Philadelphia ~ 1921.

Thanks very much.

Seeking Early Church Records (1790-1805) for town of Coeymans, Albany Co., NY

Joe Kelly — 10 May 2004 4:13:25 GMT

My 3rd great grandfather Sniffin KELLY (b. 1781) married a Lydia ??? (b. ca. 1784) about 1801. He was living in the town of Coeymans (what is now the area between South Westerlo and the Alcove Reservoir), Albany Co., NY at the time. I am interested in knowing what the names of the local churches in the area would of been at that time and if any old marriage, birth , and death etc. records exist for the time period 1790-1805. Were did the people generally get married around 1800 who lived in the town of Coeymans in the area situated south of Dormansville (now in town of Westerlo) and east of South Westerlo (now in town of Westerlo) and west of the existing Alcove Reservoir? Would people of married in the adjoining Greene Co., NY around 1800? Thanks for any help!!

Reynolds, Holdridge, Honsinger - Methodist-Anglican

acarcone — 15 Apr 2004 2:24:12 GMT

Hardy T. Reynolds b. Alburg, vt. apx 1849. s/o John Reynolds.
Charlotte Holdridge Martin, alburg, apx. 1849. d/o sylvester.
Isaac Honsinger, alburg. Ithink tey were all Methodist or Anglican.
Thanks,
Adrienne
onemind57@frontiernet.net

Newton Hamilton, Wayne Twp., Pa. Methodist

Charles Humphrey — 10 Jul 2003 3:05:05 GMT

Looking for information of a Charles Bower Humphrey and a Margaret (Maggie) Lee Price birth, marriage, death, parents.

HUMPHREY b. 21Spt1846
PRICE b25Dec1846

Married 24Feb1869 - could have been in Harrisburg.
Dates might vary.
Moved to Columbia Farms (near Oil City) then to Bradford.
Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Philadelphia Churches

JRivel — 21 Mar 2004 9:00:29 GMT

Searching leads to finding name and denomination of a church at 6th and Dauphin in Philadelphia ~ 1921.

Thanks very much.

Need help finding church in Philadelphia, Please

bugaboomdc — 10 Aug 2004 7:59:13 GMT

HI, I am trying to find information on my family, Reithmeyer who resided in Philadelphia, PA in mid to late 1800's. We have a religious document that was recently translated to English from German and the attending church is listed as being St. Bonifacitius in Philadelphia. The date on the document is presumed to be 1887 and it was issued to Maria Miller who was born June 21, 1874 for her First Holy Communion.

If anyone can tell me anything about this church or where I can get more information, I would appreciate it.

Thank you in advance,

Charlotte

Quiser birth records Lutheran, methodist & catholic

acarcone — 15 Apr 2004 2:24:12 GMT

Birth records for Gennie (Virginia) born 1866, Ellenburgh, Ny.
Ella Quiser, birth 1864, Ellenburgh, ny.
Julia ? Quiser, born abt. 1823 in Germany.
Cutler Quiser, born apx. 1823, Germany.
Cutler Quiser Jr. born Germany, apx 1854-1857.
Adam Quiser, Born Germany 1852-1855.
Susie (Susanna), born Germany 1861.

Any help greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Adrienne
onemind57@frontiernet.net

St. Boniface's in Philadelphia, PA

bugaboomdc — 10 Aug 2004 7:59:13 GMT

I need help in finding a church in Philadelphia. After researching the church name, it would have been a German church but am not sure what religion since searches of that name have come up with different religious teachings. If anyone could help me, I would appreciate it.

Thanks in advance,

Charlotte

1st Presbyterian Church Membership List, 1795 to 1877, Albany, NY

Jane_Devlin48362 — 10 May 2005 7:37:20 GMT

I have just added the following file to my site at

http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~jdevlin/

31 Dec 2003 - added Albany, Albany Co., NY, 1st Presbyterian Church Membership List, 1795 to 1877

Jane Devlin
Lake Orion, MI
DUNHAM - WILCOX - TROTT - KIRK
over 1000 data files from CT, MA, RI, NJ, NY & MI

Directory of Nazarene Clergy lookup

@@gratron@yahoo.com — 11 Jan 2004 11:16:56 GMT

If there is a directory of ministers for the Nazarene Church, I need someone to look for a Childers. His wife Kathleen attended high school with me 50 years ago. That was in MN but I believe the ministers may be called anywhere. Grace in Alaska gratron@yahoo.com

Black/African-American church in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

jbcopet1 — 15 Dec 2003 3:10:57 GMT

Is anyone aware of the old church on 11th Street in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin? The structure was built by the former slaves that migrated to Fond du Lac after the Civil War. The community of African-Americans were gone by the end of the 1920s. I volunteer at the Fond du Lac County Historical Society and am hoping someone out there is familiar with this structure and is aware of any surviving photographs, stories or records. Thank you!

church/records/Maryland

edfhjr — 25 Nov 2003 10:55:32 GMT

Are there any records of birth, death, for Great Choptank Church in Dorchester County Maryland??? or Vienna Md???
Reply to edfhjr@bresnan.net Many Thanks, ED!

Church Records in MO

jcaddy — 29 Aug 2005 1:29:30 GMT

Need help finding old church records in Newton County, MO. I have wrote to the church's themselves but got no response. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Olive Branch Church,Washington tp,Hancock co,OH.

R_Bubb — 27 Oct 2003 9:41:12 GMT

Seek information concerning the history of the Olive Branch Church,located about 7 miles east of Van Buren,Washington tp,Hancock co,OH. (circa 1902).Possibly a Methodist church?
Also interested in the adjoining cemetery,aka"Vickers cemetery".Can anyone point me in the right direction? Thanks,Ron<rhkb253@aol.com>

MORAVIAN, records of London Missionary Society

Jacqueline Carroll — 3 Jul 2000 1:06:17 GMT

Interested in record of the Moravian Church in Jamaica, West Indies. Missionaries from the London Missionary Society of the Moravian Church went to minister to the slaves in 17 and 1800s in Jamaica. Any info on this would be appreciated.

Washington Union/Community Church, Washington Twp, MI

rshoemaker69 — 4 Feb 2006 1:09:30 GMT

Seeking any information about the Washington Union Church, later the Washington Community Church that was located in Washington Township, MI.

The church began ca 1880 and by 1940 had disappeared. At this time I cannot determine the denomination.

I am especially interested in the Cannon family, who was a part of this group. Any information is being used to compile a brochure on the Cannon Family.

Rev. John Cannon may have been a minister at this church.

Mailing List and Archdiocese Records

SHERRIPARK — 4 Sep 2003 3:59:29 GMT

This question might be more appropriate to the Mailing List. Could someone tell me how to post a question to that list? In the Sacramental Records of the Archdiocese, there is a listing like this: RIEUX, Louis (Honore, fils and Marie Louise 0. natives of this parish). I am accustomed to reading these listings as "RIEUX, son of Honore and Marie Louise". I don't understand why the word "fils" (meaning "son") is written right after the father's name. Could this mean that the father died and his older son is listed as the father? Or does it mean that the boy is named after the father of Honore? Thanks.

Nidiffer Church in TN.

phyllisbush44 — 27 Oct 2002 5:56:08 GMT

Can any one tell me about a Nidiffer Church in TN.

SEARCHING FOR CHURCH AT ELDERS RIDGE IN PA 1859

SisY — 3 Sep 2003 6:47:08 GMT

Can anyone tell me the name and location of the Presbyterian Church that was at Elders Ridge near Clarksburgh, Indiana County, Pennsylvania in 1859? Rev. Alexander Donaldson preformed marriages and other sacraments there. Where would those records be archived or stored. I called the Clarksburgh, Indiana County Pa. Town Hall clerk and the library, they don't have records back that far. Please email me if you have any information.

Thank You.

North Catawba Baptist Church, Lenoir, N.C.

moll1942 — 17 May 2003 12:41:51 GMT

Among my garage sale purchases today was included a directory with member pictures from the above church. There is no date, but it is approximately 1976-1977. I'm happy to forward it to any interested party. (Bev Colgin, Moll1942@aol.com)

Salvation Army Records

Adrienne — 1 May 2003 7:50:20 GMT

Does anyone know if the Salvation Army kept records of its members, and if so, how whey would be obtained?

Just got a tip that my brickwall of a g-grandfather (George Frank Clark) may have been a member of the S.A.

Thanks!
Adrienne

Rev. Coleman Carlisle Union Co. S.C.

Spencer Carlisle — 28 Oct 2002 7:43:17 GMT

Looking for any info on REv. Coleman Carlisle from union co. s.c.
His son Rev. James Glenn Carlisle..born 1801-1883 in union co. moved to Mississippi in mid 1800's. Was a Circuit rider and served the Methodist Church in Louisville Mississippi. Have pictures of James Glenn.
But no clue to where he is buried.
write to Zauberer1969@gateway.net
Spencer Carlisle
Tupelo, Ms.